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YRX 142J

1970 MG Midget

Green Petrol 1275cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 May 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

6,838 mi
Last recorded6,838 miles
Recorded on4 May 2022
Typical for 1970 MG Midget35,558 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYRX 142J
MakeMG
ModelMidget
Year1970
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,275cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 May 2022 6,838 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 6,711 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 30 Mar 2021 6,711 miles

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Mar 2020 6,551 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 6,545 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2017 6,478 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 6,452 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 6,428 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 6,395 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 6,296 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2012 6,186 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 5,959 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 5,959 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 20 Apr 2006 5,137 miles

How Reliable is the MG Midget?

Based on 84,419 MOT tests across 9,949 vehicles.

76.7%
Pass Rate
286
Miles/Year
63
Year Lifespan
9,949
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 2,648
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 2,284
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,239
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,079
Stop lamp not working 2,058
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YRX 142J is a 1970 MG Midget in Green with a 1,275cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1970 MG Midget models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.4% with a typical mileage of 35,558 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a MG Midget fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 2,648 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YRX 142J, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The MG Midget typically stays on UK roads for around 63 years. At 56 years old, this MG Midget is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of YRX 142J?

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What year was YRX 142J registered?

YRX 142J is a 1970 MG Midget, first registered on 1 August 1970.

Is YRX 142J safe to buy?

The MOT history for YRX 142J shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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